Learning Airbrush: 10 Things You Should Know

1. Learning airbrush is easy...

... but it does take practice. Lots and lots of practice.

2. The best lessons are learned by making mistakes...

... lots and lots of mistakes.

3. Speed takes time...

... so don't be discouraged when you watch all those youtube videos of people painting t-shirts at breakneck speed. Remember that they paint t-shirts day-in, day-out.

4. Start simply...

... don't tackle a full wall mural in your first week. Relax - you'll get there.

5. Break it down into smaller pieces...

... so you don't get overwhelmed.

6. Know there is always more to learn...

... so once you ace one technique, look for another to learn.

7. Know your color theory...

... I promise it will make the biggest difference in your work...

8. Celebrate your successes...

... but don't get cocky. You need to be able to consistently paint amazing paintings before you tackle someone's motorcycle - know you ability, and paint to it.

9. Paint often...

...because it's amazing how much skill you lose as a few days / weeks pass.

10. Keep it fun...

...this is important...remember why you started airbrush painting in the first place and try your hardest to keep it light and fun.